After scuffling in his first two starts of the season, Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels welcomed the lowly Marlins Saturday.
Hamels made just one mistake in the game, hanging a pitch to Marlins starting pitcher Jose Fernandez in the fifth inning with a runner on third, accounting for his lone run allowed in six innings of work. Hamels limited the Marlins to just three hits and two walks, while striking out five batters.
Despite posting his first quality start of the year, Hamels earned a no-decision as the Phillies failed to score until after he left the game. They went on to lose the game, 2-1.
Hamels lowered his ERA to 7.56 on the season, heading into a Thursday matchup against the Cardinals. Hamels did not face the Cardinals last season.